Alex Staley
Longview,TX
Summary
Patient-oriented Nurse with 26 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, last 14 in LTAC setting. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Good at working with other disciplines to provide for complete and satisfying outcomes for patients.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Select Specialty Hospital LTAC
12.2009 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
Medical Intensive Care Unit Nurse
Good Shepherd Medical Center
04.2003 - 12.2009
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality care and closely monitoring vital signs in the Medical Intensive Care Unit.
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
- Managed complex medication regimens by monitoring lab results closely, adjusting dosages as needed under physician guidance, and recognizing potential interactions or complications.
- Provided high-quality end-of-life care for terminal patients within the Medical Intensive Care Unit, ensuring comfort measures were maintained while respecting individual wishes and cultural beliefs.
- Provided emotional support to patients'' families during difficult medical situations, explaining complex medical information clearly while maintaining empathy and professionalism.
- Assisted physicians with invasive procedures such as central line insertions, arterial line placements, and intubations to provide timely critical care interventions.
- Administered medications safely to critically ill patients, adhering to strict protocols and guidelines for dosage calculations, administration routes, and timing.
- Managed ventilator-dependent patients effectively by monitoring settings, assessing lung function regularly, and working collaboratively with respiratory therapists.
- Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent, and geriatric ICU patients.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Delivered outstanding patient care in acute critical care units.
Registered Nurse
Good Shepard Medical Center
03.1998 - 04.2003
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, and other conditions.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Panola College
Carthage, TX05.1997
Skills
- Patient Examination
- Medication and IV administration
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Critical Care
- Patient Care
- Cardiac Care
- IV setup
- Collecting vitals
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Select Specialty Hospital LTAC
12.2009 - Current
Medical Intensive Care Unit Nurse
Good Shepherd Medical Center
04.2003 - 12.2009
Registered Nurse
Good Shepard Medical Center
03.1998 - 04.2003
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Panola College